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Real Madrid were never afraid of Atletico comeback, insists Marcelo

Diego Simeone's side scored two early goals in the second-leg tie, but the Brazilian says he never feared an aggregate defeat

Real Madrid full-back Marcelo insists his side were never afraid of failing to reach the Champions League final despite their 2-1 second-leg defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Trailing 3-0 from the first leg, Diego Simeone's side scored twice in the first 16 minutes through Saul Niguez and Antoine Griezmann to give themselves hope of a stunning comeback at the expense of the holders.

Isco should start final ahead of Bale

However, a goal from Isco shortly before half-time effectively killed the contest and Madrid saw out the second half in more comfortable fashion to progress to the final with a 4-2 aggregate win.